The Watch Thread - Part 6

[rboyboy]

^ a picture paints a thousand words. here are more than a thousand images: https://www.google.com.sg/search?q=...k8AWJgYKIAw&ved=0CAgQ_AUoAQ&biw=1266&bih=1284

so many options, really depends on your style: modern vs vintage, dressy vs casual, neat vs funky

Where to find rubber strap for my Seiko? Think it's a bit hard. No? I prefer bling bling straps lol

 

[sharkapl]

Perlon strap, perfect for Singapore's weather and less bulky/better fit than Nato/Zulu

you have any place to intro which i can get a 22mm perlon strap?

 

[Hua_Hui]

hey guys, seems like THG and DBS cards are giving 40 month installment plans interest free.

do u think it's a good idea to buy thru them?

pls also recommend a watch within 2-3k (maybe max 3.5k) range.. i personally only own a Titus watch (lol) so not very knowledgable in this department

possible to get Omega or Panerai?

 

[lingalong]

Finally collected my watch today..... known already as the finest chrono movement in the world, here another perpetual calendar is added in for a total of 556 parts hand assembled, also stres and abuse tested.

This rare white gold piece is in production for only 2 years, I'm pretty lucky to catch this old stock brand new watch.

share my joy, the movement is breath taking.

May i know how much this cost you?

 

[Thai_Rak_Thai]

hey guys, seems like THG and DBS cards are giving 40 month installment plans interest free.

do u think it's a good idea to buy thru them?

pls also recommend a watch within 2-3k (maybe max 3.5k) range.. i personally only own a Titus watch (lol) so not very knowledgable in this department

possible to get Omega or Panerai?

Maybe pre-owned, not for new for your two suggested.

The 40 month instalment has been running for a while. UOB is 36 months. But just my 2 cents, if you need 40 months to get a $3.5K watch...please don't. You should buy within your means

If you pay cash in full, sometimes the AD can shave off a couple more dollars. Good luck

 

[estranged]

you have any place to intro which i can get a 22mm perlon strap?

The only place I've seen that have 22mm perlon strap (black)

Perlon One Piece Plaited Nylon Watch Strap Black 22mm Stainless Steel Buckle

 

[Hua_Hui]

Maybe pre-owned, not for new for your two suggested.

The 40 month instalment has been running for a while. UOB is 36 months. But just my 2 cents, if you need 40 months to get a $3.5K watch...please don't. You should buy within your means

If you pay cash in full, sometimes the AD can shave off a couple more dollars. Good luck

thank you for your insight bro.
If I can spread the bill across 40 mths that accounts to 100 per month so I wouldn't even feel a pinch. that's how I feel and is mainly the reason why so many peeps are taking up the IPPs.

If one-time payment, I would consider using manhattan card to shave off $150 (unless the shopkeeper can give me better rates).

any brand that I can get a new piece for my budget?

 

[xtwis7]

The only place I've seen that have 22mm perlon strap (black)

Perlon One Piece Plaited Nylon Watch Strap Black 22mm Stainless Steel Buckle

This site carries only 20mm though. whatchs - Straps

 

[Strawberry_Cream]

hey guys, seems like THG and DBS cards are giving 40 month installment plans interest free.

do u think it's a good idea to buy thru them?

pls also recommend a watch within 2-3k (maybe max 3.5k) range.. i personally only own a Titus watch (lol) so not very knowledgable in this department

possible to get Omega or Panerai?

I strongly suggest Tudor watch.

Omega and panerai bloody overpriced now

 

[Strawberry_Cream]

Maybe pre-owned, not for new for your two suggested.

The 40 month instalment has been running for a while. UOB is 36 months. But just my 2 cents, if you need 40 months to get a $3.5K watch...please don't. You should buy within your means

If you pay cash in full, sometimes the AD can shave off a couple more dollars. Good luck

Bro, I disagree cos it's interest free.

If stretch out even longer it's even better.

Every man needs a good watch

 

[a562140]

Where to find rubber strap for my Seiko? Think it's a bit hard. No? I prefer bling bling straps lol

not sure about singapore retail but a lot of options online:
22mm Diver Straps | Awesome Screenshot

edit: one of the best/most popular are isofrane straps http://shop.aquadive.com/isofrane-straps-1/

 

[rachdanon]

I strongly suggest Tudor watch.

Omega and panerai bloody overpriced now

Arguably you pay for better quality, but definitely you pay for brand power/ prestige ( emotional value).

 

[fabiaN__]

hey guys, seems like THG and DBS cards are giving 40 month installment plans interest free.

do u think it's a good idea to buy thru them?

pls also recommend a watch within 2-3k (maybe max 3.5k) range.. i personally only own a Titus watch (lol) so not very knowledgable in this department

possible to get Omega or Panerai?

Pre-owned for Omega is possible with your budget...

Entry level for Panerai will cost around $6k from grey dealers.. and cash payment in full only...

 

[Thai_Rak_Thai]

Happy Merdeka Day to our Malaysian friends

 

[Thai_Rak_Thai]

thank you for your insight bro.
If I can spread the bill across 40 mths that accounts to 100 per month so I wouldn't even feel a pinch. that's how I feel and is mainly the reason why so many peeps are taking up the IPPs.

If one-time payment, I would consider using manhattan card to shave off $150 (unless the shopkeeper can give me better rates).

any brand that I can get a new piece for my budget?

Bro, I disagree cos it's interest free.

If stretch out even longer it's even better.

Every man needs a good watch

Of course, the choice ultimately is yours. I did not mean any malicious intent

As for brands, for 3K - Longines, TAG, Ball within good reach

 

[Xyresic]

Iceflight Jin satki

 

[sKeLeToN]

Bro, I disagree cos it's interest free.

If stretch out even longer it's even better.

Every man needs a good watch

Not a strong finance person, but by paying thru instalments, u effectively pay "lesser" as a result of time value of money?

 

[Henabi]

thank you for your insight bro.
If I can spread the bill across 40 mths that accounts to 100 per month so I wouldn't even feel a pinch. that's how I feel and is mainly the reason why so many peeps are taking up the IPPs.

If one-time payment, I would consider using manhattan card to shave off $150 (unless the shopkeeper can give me better rates).

any brand that I can get a new piece for my budget?

If you are financially sounded for the next 4 years then go for it! Mai Tu liao.

otherwise, offer to pay cash in full. They might be able to offer you more perks compared to credit cards.

I got my Tudor Daydate from a 2nd hand watch shop. Paid in cash and the shop owner was nice enough to give me a further 25% discount. Final damage: $2200. Original price was around $2600

 

[All in a Day]

Not a strong finance person, but by paying thru instalments, u effectively pay "lesser" as a result of time value of money?

True but usually using such plans will render lower discounts, so unless you have better use for your $ that can yield higher returns than the discount foregone, it's not necessarily a better deal.

 

[Henabi]

Bro, I disagree cos it's interest free.

If stretch out even longer it's even better.

Every man needs a good watch

Well... Interest free if you never miss a single payment.

Always look out for clause such as "Penalties for late payments" and the "Interest-on-interest"

Usually the amount is very steep